Fingleton, who was Britain’s tallest man, died Saturday. British media reported the cause as heart failure.
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Plenty of sympathy to go around after unprecedented Oscars mix-up
The confusion and chaos of the moment left a bunch of people reeling. PricewaterhouseCoopers ultimately owns up.
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Christians, Muslims share a meal and fellowship in Scarborough
Parishioners of St. Maximilian Kolbe Roman Catholic Church host a Building Bridges dinner to promote understanding between natives and immigrants.
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Oscar botch eclipses ‘Moonlight’ win, but civility reigns
As confusion and bafflement overwhelmed those in the Dolby Theatre and at home on their couches, ‘Moonlight’ director Barry Jenkins and ‘La La Land’ director Damien Chazelle shared a hug on the back of the stage.
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Oratorio Chorale gives Bach star billing, but Schütz holds his own
‘Bach +’ makes a lively evening of the composers’ funeral works.
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Dine Out Maine: Salt Pine Social in Bath offers eclectic, playful approach to casual dining
The restaurant opened in October 2016 in a renovated metal workshop.
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Banish plastic wrap from your kitchen
Instead, consider these smart ideas for keeping your food fresh.
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Documentary film project focuses on Moosehead Lake’s sunken treasure
Maine’s largest lake once bustled with steamboats ferrying folks from away. Now a filmmaker is diving into the stories behind the submerged wrecks.
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In today’s world, no voice is too small to protest
Children have been a big part of recent political demonstrations, a trend that observers say effectively amplifies the message.
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Jodie Foster, Michael J. Fox call for unity at rally for immigration rights
Fox, who became a U.S. citizen 20 years ago, said turning immigrants away is an ‘assault on human dignity.’